🧭 Case Protocol & Procedures for Paranormal Investigation
A Framework for Ethical, Methodical, and Evidence-Based Inquiry
This guide is intended for investigators and research teams committed to conducting paranormal investigations with professionalism, discernment, and scientific integrity. While procedural variations may exist across teams, the following framework offers a foundational standard for responsible practice.
1. 📞 Initial Contact & Case Triage
Objective: Establish first contact and determine whether the case warrants further inquiry.
Upon receiving an inquiry, the lead investigator conducts a preliminary conversation to gather essential context.
Schedule an Initial Interview Appointment based on the nature and urgency of the case.
Preferred formats: in-person, phone, or secure video call. Text or email alone is discouraged due to the need for nuanced communication.
2. 🗂️ Initial Interview & Case Assessment
Objective: Conduct a comprehensive intake to determine case viability.
Collect detailed accounts of all reported phenomena.
Encourage open dialogue—clients may ask questions, express concerns, or clarify expectations.
Complete and review:
Client Questionnaire
Case Acceptance or Rejection Form
Decision Point:
If the case is deemed non-viable (e.g., explainable by natural or psychological causes), conclude the process respectfully.
If accepted, proceed with:
Case Intake Form
Signed waivers, disclosures, and expectation agreements
Schedule the On-Site Interview
3. 🏠 On-Site Interview & Environmental Orientation
Objective: Familiarize the team with the physical environment and deepen contextual understanding.
Conduct a guided walkthrough of the affected areas with the client.
Complete the Preliminary Walk-Around Checklist
Finalize any outstanding documentation.
Provide the client with an Investigation Overview Packet, including:
What to expect
Roles of any specialists (e.g., intuitive consultants, animal communicators, psychic artists)
Consent and release forms for all participants
Address logistical details and pre-investigation protocols.
4. 🔬 Field Investigation
Objective: Execute the investigation with precision, professionalism, and ethical care.
Arrive on-site and perform all technical and spiritual setup:
Audio/video equipment, EMF meters, ITC devices, environmental sensors
Spiritual or intuitive tools, if applicable
Ensure all equipment is tested and operational.
Relocate clients if necessary to preserve environmental control.
Conduct the investigation according to the pre-established plan.
Conclude with a Post-Investigation Walkthrough and client debrief.
Complete the Investigation Satisfaction Form.
5. 🧠 Evidence Analysis & Internal Review
Objective: Evaluate findings with intellectual rigor and collaborative insight.
Allocate sufficient time for:
Reviewing audio/video data
Analyzing ITC/EVP recordings
Cross-referencing environmental readings
Convene a Case Review Meeting to:
Synthesize findings
Discuss anomalies, patterns, and potential explanations
Formulate a Case Conclusion and Client Care Plan
6. 📄 Client Debrief & Case Resolution
Objective: Deliver findings with clarity, compassion, and actionable guidance.
Present a written Case Summary Report to the client.
Review all findings, interpretations, and recommendations.
Offer a Care Plan that may include:
Environmental changes
Psychological support referrals
Spiritual or energetic practices (if aligned with client beliefs)
Determine whether to:
Officially close the case
Schedule a follow-up
Plan a secondary investigation
Professional Courtesy: Send a thank-you note to the client promptly. Reaffirm availability for future support.
7. 🔁 Follow-Up & Case Closure
Objective: Ensure client well-being and procedural closure.
Conduct a follow-up interview to assess:
Client satisfaction with the care plan
Any recurrence or escalation of phenomena
Provide optional feedback forms or surveys.
If no further action is needed, formally close the case.
🧭 Final Note
This material is part of an ongoing inquiry. It is not to be copied, republished, or excerpted without explicit permission. Integrity matters—context is everything.
